- Must visit
Museo Nazionale del Cinema
Celebrated cinema museum inside the Mole Antonelliana, with immersive displays, film history, and a panoramic lift to the top.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£15
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
2 h 38 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
2 h 42 m
Trains on 17 Sept
25
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
To travel from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin you need to make at least one change.
Regionale 12368 · Regionale Veloce 2128
Regionale 12426 · Regionale Veloce 2140
Regionale 12214 · Regionale Veloce 2122
Regionale 12456 · Regionale Veloce 2146
Regionale 12316 · Regionale Veloce 2118
Intercity 652 · Intercity 500
Regionale Veloce 3261+
FRECCIAROSSA 8606
Intercity 684+
Regionale Veloce 2144
Intercity 680+
Regionale Veloce 2140
Intercity 674+
Regionale Veloce 2136Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 146 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Turin take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 7m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £47 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £32. The journey takes 2h 45m versus 2h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Regionale Veloce 2116 | 4:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h35 | 8:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3016 · Autobus TRENORD 2212A · Regionale Veloce 2104 | 4:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h28 | 8:23 Turin Porta Nuova | 2 changes | |
Intercity 652 · Intercity 500 | 6:07 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h38 | 8:45 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale 12316 · Regionale Veloce 2118 | 6:32 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h58 | 9:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale 12328 · Regionale Veloce 2120 | 7:28 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h02 | 10:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Intercity 658+ Regionale Veloce 2120 | 7:39 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h51 | 10:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale 12214 · Regionale Veloce 2122 | 8:22 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h08 | 11:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3258 · Regionale Veloce 2124 | 8:45 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h45 | 12:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale 12358+ Intercity 515 | 10:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h36 | 13:50 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3261+ FRECCIAROSSA 8606 | 10:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h42 | 13:40 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale Veloce 3261 · Regionale 12360+ Intercity 515 | 10:58 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h52 | 13:50 Turin Porta Nuova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12368 · Regionale Veloce 2128 | 11:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h16 | 14:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale 12359+ InterCityNotte 89512 | 11:42 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h58 | 14:40 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale 12378 · Regionale Veloce 2130 | 12:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h16 | 15:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale 12388 · Regionale Veloce 2132 | 13:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h16 | 16:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Intercity 670+ Regionale Veloce 2132 | 13:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h44 | 16:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale 12408 · Regionale Veloce 2136 | 15:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h16 | 18:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Intercity 674+ Regionale Veloce 2136 | 15:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h44 | 18:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale 12416 · Regionale Veloce 2138 | 16:17 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h13 | 19:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale 12426 · Regionale Veloce 2140 | 17:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h16 | 20:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Intercity 680+ Regionale Veloce 2140 | 17:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h44 | 20:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale 12430 · Regionale 12180 · Regionale Veloce 2142 | 17:55 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h35 | 21:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 2 changes | |
Regionale 12446 · Regionale Veloce 2144 | 19:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h16 | 22:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Intercity 684+ Regionale Veloce 2144 | 19:46 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 2h44 | 22:30 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
Regionale 12456 · Regionale Veloce 2146 | 20:14 Santa Margherita Ligure-Portofino | 3h21 | 23:35 Turin Porta Nuova | 1 change | |
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Trains from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:29, the last at 23:36. The fastest train covers the 146 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 146 km |
Average train duration 2h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 0:29 |
Last train 23:36 |
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Discover the best of Turin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Turin trip today.
Celebrated cinema museum inside the Mole Antonelliana, with immersive displays, film history, and a panoramic lift to the top.
Major Egyptian museum with statues, papyri, tomb objects, and clear displays. A highlight for ancient history enthusiasts.
Royal collections spread across palace buildings, gardens, and armoury. Ideal for exploring court life, art, and decorative interiors.
Grand central square framed by arcades, cafés, and historic buildings. A classic meeting point and useful base for exploring central Turin.
Elegant square with twin churches and arcaded façades. It is ideal for photography, evening strolls, and experiencing Turin’s baroque layout.
Long riverside park with tree-lined paths, fountains, and open lawns. Good for walking, cycling, and a break from the busy centre.
Thin breadsticks from Turin, traditionally hand-stretched and crisp. They are a classic aperitivo snack closely tied to Piedmontese baking.
A rich Piedmontese mixed fry of sweet and savoury bites, often including offal, semolina, apples and amaretti. It reflects thrifty court-era cooking.
Small meat-filled pasta from Turin, usually served in broth or with butter and sage. It is a festive Piedmontese speciality with deep local roots.
Elegant historic restaurant serving refined Piedmontese cuisine in a formal setting near the centre.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving hearty Piedmontese specialities in a warm, wood-panelled setting.
Classic Turin venue known for traditional Piedmont dishes, polished service and a long-established city-centre atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy: hotels and dining are usually lower than Milan or Rome, while public transport and coffee stay fairly affordable for tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, but tipping is not obligatory.
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Torino Porta Nuova -> Piazza Castello, Turin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Turin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Santa Margherita Ligure to Turin trains use the S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino to Torino Porta Nuova station pair, with some services arriving at Torino Lingotto. Use this guide to compare Santa Margherita Ligure and Turin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Ristorante Da Michele, Trattoria Baicin
Free.
Ticket office support is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at S. Margherita Ligure-Portofino: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Laurin, Hotel Metropole, Hotel Jolanda.
Torino Porta Nuova is 1 km from Turin city centre. Public transport options include:
Torino Porta Nuova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Mignon, Caffé Napoli, Venchi, Fattorie Garofalo Bistrot, La Piadineria, VyTA Boulangerie, Time Café, A Cafè, Segafredo Zanetti Espresso
Free Wi-Fi. . ATMs are aTM machines are in various locations around the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are information center is located in front of the station.
Luggage storage is luggage storage is managed by KiPoint, located on the ground floor of the station at Platform 1.
Available at Torino Porta Nuova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Torino Porta Nuova: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Torino Porta Nuova: Office and service of assistance for passengers with special needs.
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Genio, B&B Central Station, Turin Palace Hotel.
Torino Lingotto is 5 km from Turin city centre. Public transport options include:
Torino Lingotto has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Eataly Lingotto, Ristorante La Smarrita
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Torino Lingotto. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Torino Lingotto. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Torino Lingotto: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Torino Lingotto: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Torino Lingotto: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include NH Torino Lingotto Congress, DoubleTree by Hilton Turin Lingotto, AC Hotel Torino.
Torino Porta Susa is 1 km from Turin city centre. Public transport options include:
Torino Porta Susa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café, Chef Express
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00.
Available at Torino Porta Susa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Torino Porta Susa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Torino Porta Susa: Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed from 07:45 to 22:30.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Diplomatic, Hotel Torino Porta Susa, Hotel & Residence Torino Centro.
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